Layer 2 Shakeout: Zero Network, Everclear, and Syndicate Labs Wind Down
On May 21, 2026, Zero Network, Everclear, and Syndicate Labs all announced wind-downs or closures of their core sectors, marking a notable week for the crypto market as Ethereum Layer 2s and rollup infrastructure face a shakeout. The commonality does not lie in an isolated incident but rather in operational pressures: infrastructure projects must demonstrate
